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Avocado Pasta Sauce - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Avocado Pasta Sauce Recipe

Avocado Pasta Sauce has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 11.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 2.3 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's high MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Avocado Pasta Sauce has been given a composite ranking of 87, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein3%
 Calories from Fat81%
 Calories from Carbs15%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very low in Sodium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A765 IU15.3%
Vitamin C29.8 mg49.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E3 mg9.9%
Thiamin0.09 mg5.8%
Riboflavin0.14 mg8.1%
Niacin1.8 mg9%
Vitamin B60.32 mg16.1%
Folate91.6 mcg22.9%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.4 mg13.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium31 mg3.1%
Iron1.1 mg6.3%
Magnesium31.2 mg7.8%
Phosphorus59 mg5.9%
Potassium527.3 mg15.1%
Sodium12.1 mg0.5%
Zinc0.74 mg4.9%
Copper0.18 mg8.9%
Manganese0.22 mg10.9%
Selenium1.1 mcg1.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.5 g3.8%
Dietary Fiber6.3 g25.2%
Sugars0.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.3 g4.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat26.9 g41.4%
Saturated Fat3.7 g18.5%
Monounsaturated Fat18.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 279 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 26.9 g 41.4%

Saturated Fat 3.7 g 18.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 12.1 mg 0.5%

Total Carbohydrates 11.5 g 3.8%

Dietary Fiber 6.3 g25.2%

Sugars 0.9 g

Protein 2.3 g 4.6%

Vitamin A 15.3% Vitamin C 49.7%

Calcium 3.1% Iron 6.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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